TB 175 Post Structure Fire Decon Precedures

Question 1

The “Everyone Goes Home” initiatives focus on minimizing the exposure of ____ to each of our members.

Answer 1

carcinogens

Question 2

Proactive measures must be considered to ensure that future firefighting operations include ______ for PPE.

Answer 2

Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures (Post Structure Fire Decon Procedures)

Question 3

This Training Bulletin will set the standard and the expectation necessary to ____ exposure and ensure every firefighter is protected.

Answer 3

minimize

Question 4

Research has shown that exposure to these ____ is directly related to many cancer types as well as____.

Answer 4

chemicals / heart disease

Question 5

This includes overhaul, which the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) defines as “______.”

Answer 5

The process of final extinguishment after the main body of the fire has been knocked down. All traces of the fire must be extinguished at this time.

Question 6

All LAFD members directly exposed to firefighting operations shall adhere to the Post Structure Fire Decon Procedures which utilize water exclusively and is not intended to launder PPE on scene of an incident, but reduce or eliminate _____.

Answer 6

any inhalation risks

Question 7

The _____, _____, _____ or ____ shall be responsible for determining the exposure level to members.

Answer 7

Incident Commander (IC) / Company Commander / Incident Safety Officer / Technical Safety Officer

Question 8

Members indirectly exposed to hazardous atmospheres (e.g., Medical group, Rapid Intervention Company (RIC) group, Exposure Protection assignment) will be evaluated to determine the level of ____.

Answer 8

Post Structure Fire Decon necessary

Question 9

Members assigned to an incident involving Hazardous Materials, Confined Space, and/or Urban Search and Rescue (US&R), shall be guided by the ____ or ____ to determine the level of Post Structure Fire Decon necessary for PPE or equipment used.

Answer 9

Incident Commander / on-scene subject matter experts

Question 10

The duration of ___ and ____ is currently the best line of defense against any dangerous form of gases, vapors and particulates.

Answer 10

time / shielding

Question 11

The surrounding environment directly following a fire incident should be considered an ___ and treated as a _____.

Answer 11

IDLH / hazardous environment

Question 12

Studies have shown that duration of ____ and ___ greatly reduces the level of exposure to members in a hazardous environment.

Answer 12

time / proper ventilation

Question 13

Although___ contributes to IDLH; measuring CO alone would not be able to indicate the presence of other chemicals.

Answer 13

carbon monoxide (CO)

Question 14

Members should be mindful in shutting down blowers after visible smoke has been properly ventilated as ____ may continue to settle in prior to re-entry for overhaul.

Answer 14

particulates

Question 15

The use of ____ to monitor the atmosphere is recommended in selecting the proper PPE, in addition to the completion of exposure reporting.

Answer 15

gas meters

Question 16

Firefighting gear provides protection from products of combustion in two forms;____ and ____.

Answer 16

respiratory (SCBA) / skin absorption (turnouts)

Question 17

According to NFPA 1404-4:

Answer 17

The use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) by firefighters shall always be assumed to be in an atmosphere immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) because there is no way to predetermine those dangerous conditions, concentrations of toxic materials, or percentages of oxygen in air that exist in a fire environment, during initial overhaul (salvage) operations, or under other immediate emergency conditions involving spills or releases of chemicals or other toxic materials.

Question 18

The firefighting hood does not have a vapor barrier, however, it is recommended to ____ from these toxins and vapors.

Answer 18

reduce exposure

Question 19

Step 1:
Members will complete a ____ rinse to minimize any exposure of airborne particles contained in or on the PPE. Members shall rinse all their PPE while remaining on ____.

Answer 19

light pre-decon / SCBA air

Question 20

Step 2:
Following the pre-decon rinse, all members will doff ____. After removing firefighting gloves, members shall don EMS gloves to minimize contact with skin absorbing carcinogens and PPE shall be placed in a ____.

Answer 20

all their PPE / plastic trash bag

Question 21

Step 3:
Department issued PPE is designed towards the best protection; however, there is still the possibility of _____ that penetrate through areas of minimal protection (e.g., neck, facial area).

Answer 21

toxic gases and carcinogens

Question 22

The Department currently uses ____ for the use of decontamination of exposed skin areas

Answer 22

Hero Wipes

Question 23

It is imperative that every effort is made to decontaminate these areas by wiping in a ____.

Answer 23

timely manner

Question 24

The decontamination of exposed skin is an essential safeguard performed to _____ of toxins.

Answer 24

minimize exposure

Question 25

Hero Wipes are not to be used to wipe down _____.

Answer 25

equipment

Question 26

Step 4:
Each member shall doff turnout gear and place into a ____. All bagged PPE shall be stored in an ____ of the apparatus until arrival at quarters

Answer 26

plastic trash bag / outside compartment

Question 27

Upon return to quarters, members shall don ___ before removing soiled PPE from the trash bag.

Answer 27

EMS gloves

Question 28

If members without a second set of PPE do not want to borrow another set of PPE, they shall make arrangements to have their PPE ____.

Answer 28

washed the next day

Question 29

Members who have yet to receive a second set of PPE shall arrange with _____ to have a second set of PPE fitted and issued.

Answer 29

Supply and Maintenance Division

Question 30

Companies identified as needing showers should change their status to ____ until they have completed showering.

Answer 30

“NAV” (Not Available) / Code 29 Decon

Question 31

Companies that do not have a move-up company assigned shall remain ____ in quarters until this process is complete.

Answer 31

“NAV” Decon

Question 32

The PPE listed below shall be laundered in extractor-washer machines:

Answer 32

Turnout coat, pants, outer shell, and inner liner
Brush jackets
Brush pants
Brush shirt
Firefighting hoods
Firefighting gloves

Question 33

IC shall ensure completion of the ____ to members that were in IDLH to minimize inhalation of particulates when doffing PPE.

Answer 33

pre-decon rinse

Question 34

IC should identify companies who have ___ and release them back to quarters and continue Post Structure Fire Decon Procedures.

Answer 34

PPE saturation

Question 35

All members shall ____ before doffing contaminated PPE and placing it into a plastic bag. The plastic bag will then be secured in an outside compartment of the apparatus until arrival at quarters.

Answer 35

don EMS gloves

Question 36

The IC will declare the overhaul plan to the on-scene officers and delegate responsibility accordingly.

Answer 36

Consideration should be given for releasing all companies involved in firefighting and replacing with relief companies.

Question 37

If the IC requests an Arson Unit, then all members shall ____ in place and preserve the scene until the investigation is completed.

Answer 37

leave hose lines

Question 38

If the Arson Unit determines that the insurance company should investigate the scene, a ____ shall be considered and implemented as deemed necessary.

Answer 38

Fire Watch

Question 39

Fire Watch – Companies will re-enter the structure with ___ including ___ to identify and address any possible hot spots by preserving the scene as much as possible.

Answer 39

full PPE / SCBA

Question 40

A Fire Watch will be established by the ____ through MFC for a specified amount of time.

Answer 40

officer in charge

Question 41

Companies responsible for remaining on-scene and establishing a Fire Watch shall ensure that the ____ are initiated prior to leaving the scene for members exposed to hazardous and/or toxic atmospheres.

Answer 41

Post Structure Fire Decon Procedures

Question 42

In the event a company is returning to quarters while “NAV” Decon and is alerted or comes across a still alarm incident that needs immediate intervention, Officers shall take the appropriate actions necessary to ensure PPE is ___ and ____ of the incident is accomplished.

Answer 42

donned / mitigation

Companies shall immediately notify MFC to update from their “NAV” status.